Engineer I

State of North Carolina

20h

About The Position

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation. Position is assigned to the Signing and Delineation Unit Eastern Region. This position will prepare signing and pavement marking PS&E packages and purchase order contracts projects. Inclusive with this responsibility is the development of preliminary and final design concepts, quantity estimates, and specifications to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines, using design software for signing and pavement marking construction plans, sign messages and sign supports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and construction and maintenance methods.
• Experience developing, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision, and applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.
• Experience in using NCDOT Standard specifications and Roadway Standard Drawings
• Experience in Open Roads Designer, MUTCD, and GuideSign
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• prepare signing and pavement marking PS&E packages and purchase order contracts projects.
• development of preliminary and final design concepts
• quantity estimates
• specifications to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines
• using design software for signing and pavement marking construction plans, sign messages and sign supports.

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level